Something new I've recently added to my math curriculum is the use of Venn Diagrams to review multiple math concepts at the same time.  This is really a very interesting activity to observe and assess number sense with your students.

Here's the procedure:

1. 1.I use this number recognition page generator to create a page of random numbers within a given range (your choice of range) - make sure you pick "random"
   

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3. Here is the link to make the random number sheets.
   

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5. (You can also just use a 100 chart and have the kids cut out the numbers - obviously this would take longer because you're dealing with a lot more numbers!
   

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2. 2.I make a Venn Diagram with two different categories - Here are some examples of what I have used:
   

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4. •Odd
   

5. •Even
   

6. •Two Digit numbers
   

7. •Three Digit numbers
   

8. •___ in the hundreds place
   

9. •___ in the tens place
   

10. •___ in the ones place
    

11. •Less than ___
    

12. •Greater than ___
    

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14. The possibilities are really endless. For the older grades, would be great with multiples/factors/common denominators, etc...
    

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16. Here is the link to make custom venn diagram worksheets.
    

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3. 3.I give the kids both sheets - they cut the numbers out of the page and glue them in the correct spots on the Venn Diagram. If a number does not fit in either circle, then they glue it OUTSIDE of the two circles. It's a great way to work on number sense and combine old/new concepts, review, etc.
   

Want to save yourself some work? Download these zip files with number sheets and venn diagrams already made for you:

2 digit numbers

3 digit numbers

I hope to upload some photos of my kids participating in this activity very soon!

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